Born Church

1. The sermon describes Jesus's choice of disciples and his teachings on poverty as an "upside down way of understanding the kingdom of God." Analyze this concept using specific examples from the text, explaining how it challenges conventional ideas of worldly success and strength.2. Discuss the symbolism of the "mountain" as presented in the sermon. How does Jesus's experience on the mountainside serve ...

1. What is the primary symbolic meaning of baptism as described in the service?
2. How does the speaker differentiate a Christian's identity from being a "stranger, slave, or orphan"?
3. Why did Jesus choose to be baptized by John the Baptist, despite being without sin?
4. Explain the significance of the "Earl the Greek" anecdote in understanding the historical context of baptism.
5. What are the three essential beliefs th...

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• How does Jesus's example of seeking solitary time with God challenge your own daily routines?
• In what ways can you actively "exhort" or share the news of Jesus in your sphere of influence, without being disobedient or getting ahead of God?
• Reflect on a time you experienced "the touch of Jesus" (healing, comfort, guidance) through the Holy Spirit. How did you respo...

1. According to the sermon, what are the two main ways culture often depicts evil and Satan, and why are these depictions problematic for believers?
2. How did the Enlightenment period influence the cultural perception of the spiritual world and evil?
3. The sermon asserts that God possesses "all authority." How does this contrast with one of the common cultural depictions of Satan?
4. Explain the significance of Jesus sending o...

1. Describe the discovery of the ancient fishing boat in the Sea of Galilee. What specific details about its condition and excavation process are mentioned?
2. How does the sermon connect the discovery of ancient artifacts, like the fishing boat or the church in Turkey, to the truth of Scripture? What is the speaker's main point about these discoveries?
3. What is the stated goal of the sermon series or "season" of teaching,...

1. The primary theme is "following Jesus," which the speaker emphasizes as the "most important thing you can do with your life." A "Sunday believer" attends for a short time, while a "true believer" dedicates their entire life to making Jesus their focus and guide.
2. The speaker mentions that while he worships and has songs stuck in his head throughout the week, it's "so much more fun ...

1. How does the sermon define the "reason to praise," and what is it NOT dependent on?
2. Explain the "Master Gardener" metaphor used in the sermon. What does God represent in this analogy, and what do "weeds" symbolize?
3. According to the sermon, what societal factors contribute to the rising rates of anxiety, particularly among younger age groups?
4. How does Paul's command to "rejoice in the L...

1. How does the sermon use the analogy of a plumb line to explain the role of scripture in a Christian's life?
2. Who are the "Judaizers," and what specific actions were they taking that Paul warned against?
3. Explain Paul's statement that his accomplishments were "rubbish." What attitude was he challenging, and where did he ultimately find his true confidence?
4. What two "very basic concepts" are essen...

1. The Judaizers and Paul's Counter-Argument: Who were the Judaizers, what was their core belief that conflicted with Paul's message, and how did Paul use his own "pedigree" to refute them?
2. The Analogy of Galatia: Explain the analogy of Galatia as being "hooked" and "reeled in" by misleading teachings. How does this compare to Paul's warning to the Philippians?
3. Paul's Life Transformation...

1. What is the significance of the song "10,000 Reasons" in the service, according to the pastor's introduction?
2. Explain the concept of being "grace bought" as described in the sermon.
3. Why is community sharing and prayer for individual needs emphasized during the service?
4. According to the sermon, what evidence supports the belief that God is still performing miracles today?
5. What two key individuals from the book of Philippians does Pa...